Cyber Project Delivery Lead in Glasgow

Scottish Power Energy Networks are looking for a Cyber Project Delivery Lead to join them on a 12 month initial contract. The role is located in Glasgow, working in hybrid style (3 days per week in office). It is a full‑time role (Mon‑Fri) with a 12‑month ongoing contract. Salary is within IR35 and umbrella and PAYE options are available.

Job Purpose Statement

The Cyber Project Delivery Lead is responsible for managing a portfolio of Cyber Security projects on a day‑to‑day basis on behalf of the NIS Programme Delivery Manager within the constraints laid down by the sponsoring Project Boards and Global initiatives. Their prime responsibilities are to ensure that projects produce the required products to the required standard of quality within the specified constraints of time and cost, and that the projects generate the benefits defined in the business case.

Accountability Statements

• Assist in generation of investment dossier and RFP/tender exercises.
• Initiate and manage Cyber projects where necessary.
• Direct and motivate project team members.
• Scope, plan and monitor the projects in their portfolio.
• Produce the SPEN Cyber project artefacts and documentation.
• Prepare Project Plans in conjunction with Team Managers and appointed PMO roles and agree them with the NIS Programme Delivery Manager.
• Responsible for cyber infrastructure and software delivery projects and for running projects related to key governance, data security and backup/disaster recovery tasks.
• Prepare all necessary reporting to support the project and departmental reports as required.
• Manage the budgetary control of Cyber projects.
• Manage project RAID, including the development of contingency plans.
• Liaise with programme management or related projects to ensure that work is neither overlooked nor duplicated.
• Ensure full awareness of project benefits and contribution toward cyber indicators of good practice.
• Ensure full awareness of Regulatory Price Control Deliverable (PCD) milestones for projects and ensure all PCDs are met.
• Liaise with and support SGO and wider SPEN business teams to ensure the full requirements of the project and other departmental tasks are achieved.
• Take responsibility for overall progress and use of resources and initiate corrective action where necessary.
• Be responsible for change control and any required configuration management.
• Prepare and report to the Project Board or its appointed PMO roles to assure the overall direction and integrity of the report.
• Agree technical and quality strategy with appropriate members of the Project Board.
• Prepare the lessons learned report.
• Prepare any follow‑on‑action recommendation.
• Prepare the end of project report.
• Identify and obtain any support and advice required for the management, planning and control of the project.
• Be responsible for project administration.
• Liaise with any suppliers or account managers.
• Assist in the investigation, review, and implementation of development methodologies.

Skills, Knowledge & Experience

• Project Management experience preferable within an IT/OT environment.
• Ability to manage stakeholders and ensure buy‑in.
• First‑hand experience or awareness of Agile delivery approach and framework.
• Prince2 Methodology accreditation or similar preferred (APMP).
• Conscientious and proactive approach to risk management.
• Highly motivated and positive under pressure.
• Ability to work to a governance framework and ensure deliveries are aligned to strategy.
• Experience of leading and implementing strategic change through to completion.
• Able to communicate and collaborate effectively across multiple organisational levels.
• Able to devise solutions to the complex change challenges of a large organisation associated with business change and implementation of new ways of working.
• Demonstrated ability to take ownership and drive others to make things happen.
• Comfortable leading the conversation in subject matters beyond knowledge sphere whilst understanding where expert knowledge is needed.
• Demonstrated achievement of measurable improvements or successful outcomes.
• Manage conflicting requirements and deliver under pressure.
• Business improvement & change management skills.
• Ability to manage external suppliers to ensure the required service.
• Excellent communication and reporting skills.
• Knowledge of SPEN systems and ability to bring in experts where needed.
• Knowledge of Commercial/Financial aspects of business would be advantageous.
• Champion innovation by creating space for breakthrough thinking.
• Committed to own development and learning.
• Occasional travel to other SP Energy Networks locations in the UK will be required.

Minimum Criteria (mandatory)

• Ability to self‑motivate and work well both individually and as part of a team.
• Proven influencing skills.
• Use of Change Management e.g. Agile.
• Experience leading business projects & managing stakeholders.
• Determination & resilience to keep going during challenging times.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing situations & business demands quickly.
• Evidence of planning, organising, prioritising self & others to deliver on time.
• Leveraging resources outside of scope of control.
• Business/project management experience in an IT/OT environment.
• Experience of budget management up to £5m.
• Experience of project management of teams up to 10 people.
• HND or Degree level qualification.
• Recognised Project/Programme qualifications.